What is powered access equipment, and why should I choose AHS for hire?

Powered access equipment refers to machinery designed for reaching high areas safely and efficiently, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, and cherry pickers. AHS offers a diverse fleet of well-maintained and reliable powered access equipment tailored to meet your specific project needs. With our commitment to safety, flexible hire options, and expert advice, AHS ensures you get the right equipment for your job, ensuring efficiency and safety.

What types of powered access equipment are available for hire at AHS?

AHS operates a comprehensive fleet of powered access equipment for hire, including electric, diesel and bi-fuel scissor lifts, articulated and telescopic boom lifts, cherry pickers, and personnel lifts. Our equipment is suitable for many site applications, from construction and maintenance to warehouse management and event preparation. Plus so many more...

How do I determine the right powered access equipment for my project?

Choosing the right equipment depends on several factors: such as (but not limited to) the height you need to reach, the terrain of the work site, weight capacity, and indoor or outdoor use. Our AHS experts are here to help. By understanding your project requirements, we can recommend the most suitable powered access equipment for your needs, ensuring safety and efficiency on your project.

Can AHS provide training for operating powered access equipment?

Yes, safety and proper MEWP operation are our top priorities. AHS offers comprehensive training programs for individuals and teams, ensuring managers and operators can operate the hired-in access equipment safely and competently. Our certified training covers operational techniques, safety protocols, and best practices.

What are the hire options available at AHS, and how does the hiring process work?

AHS offers flexible hire options to suit your project duration and budget, from short-term daily hires to long-term contracts. To hire, simply contact us with your requirements, and our team will assist you with selecting the right equipment, arranging delivery, and providing any necessary training. We strive to make the hiring process as smooth and efficient as possible, with excellent customer satisfaction being our main aim.

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The Unrivalled Airo X16EW

ByTrinity Support 18/07/2019

The unrivalled Airo X16EW, 250kgs of unrestricted capacity, massive 1.5m extending platform and the best warranty out there, in stock, more arriving this month. Why not add on one of our DRXmulti pipe rack material handling attachments.

AHS introduces the IPAV and DRXmicro®

ByTrinity Support 06/12/2015

December 2015 sees the launch of the newest model in the deckRailXtra® family. In addition to the DRXmulti we have now developed the DRXmicro® uniquely designed for use with the Airo SLP5E push around. We’re calling this the IPAV (Industrial Push Around Vertical) and it’s perfect for working safely at low levels and is fully…

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Platform Hire realise the potential of the XLP5E

ByTrinity Support 27/04/2018

UK rental company Platform Hire have taken delivery of 10 Airo XLP5E push around lifts with the variable scissor cage – the first in the UK, designed by Aerial and Handling Services Ltd. Our variable cage option is currently available on the XP4, XP5 and XLP5E and can reduce the length of the basket from…

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The launch of the new variable scissor cage!

ByTrinity Support 10/11/2017

We are thrilled to showcase our variable sized cage option for the Airo push around lifts including the XP4, XP5 and XLP5E. The design has a 50mm narrower standard handrail width at 520mm and can reduce the length of basket from 1050mm to 520mm resulting in a 520mm square ‘micro cage’. This allows the platform…

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Leading the way with the SAFE system – secondary guarding for scissor lifts

ByTrinity Support 07/06/2016

Yet again we are leading the way with safety for the aerial access industry! In conjunction with Airo (our favourite Italian aerial lift manufacturer) we have developed S.A.F.E (Self-Adjustment From Entrapment), a new dual secondary guarding system for scissor lifts. Having completed a huge study into the causes of entrapment injuries we’ve discovered that the…

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Charles Wilson lead the way with Airo XL19 E

ByTrinity Support 08/05/2015

We are proud to announce that UK rental company Charles Wilson Engineers has ordered the first two 62ft Airo XL19E scissor lifts in the UK. Scheduled for delivery at the end of the month, the fully electric scissor lifts offer a working height of 19.2 metres with a 500kg platform capacity. Features include a double…

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Differentiate With The Airo XS8E

ByTrinity Support 18/07/2019

Keeping the “differentiate” theme going, here’s how we add so much more value to our products. A very large national rental needed help to win new business by providing a solution for their client. One call to AHS and we are able to supply them with 19′ Airo XS8E’s dual mounted with our own proprietary…